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Tognazzini's Dockside Restaurant

1245 Embarcadero, Morro Bay, CA 93442-2041
805-772-8100
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Ranked #8 of 68 restaurants in Morro Bay
Good for: Child-friendly, Local cuisine
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, After-hours, Dessert
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Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Local cuisine
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, After-hours, Dessert
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Minneapolis, Minnesota
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7 reviews 7 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

If you can give up the view of the Rock, you won't be disappointed with the charm of the outdoor back patio. A local musician entertains the lunch crowd. On a sunny day this is a delightful place to lunch. I like the calamari and fries. Last time we were there is was so crowded we decided to take out... More

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Redwood City, California
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26 reviews 26 reviews
16 restaurant reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

I had a scallop bisque for the first time and it was incredible. Live music in their patio out back was good, sitting right on the dock.

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Clovis, California
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4 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

We eat here every time we are in the area which is frequently. We even ate there 3 dinners in a row on our last visit! Crazy! This is the freshest fish you can find and they even will state whose vessel the fish was caught on. Captain Mark and his wife are fishermen themselves and help support the local... More

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Slopes of Mauna Kea, Island of Hawaii
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

They are next to each other and related by family ties and more. But they are definitely different places. If you read a review about entre's or the service at table side, or wine tasting, or indoors at night, or dinner, that is "Tognazzini's Dockside." If you read about BBQ oysters, enjoying the great outdoors with boats, a big rock,... More

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Miramichi
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2013 via mobile

Delicious, very fresh fish. Sitting there looking at the ocean eating great food.very nice.I'd eat there again.

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Wisconsin
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

I tried this restaurant on a Sunday evening on the advice of the manager of my motel, and his recommendation was right on the money. It's located on the beach and was a 10 minute walk (or 5 minute drive at most) from my motel. I was greeted immediately and shown to a nice table with a good view of... More

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Morro Bay, California, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

You'll have a very hard time finding better fish & chips on the Central Coast. And that's because the owner is a longtime commercial fisherman and he's extraordinarily picky about the fresh fish he sources from fellow commercial fishermen. AND all of the fish at Toggnazini's is bona fide fresh from the sea. Even though lots of the fish in... More

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San Luis Obispo, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

My wife and I have been here a number of times and it just keeps getting better. There's the restaurant that's very pleasant with excellent service. Then there's the fish market that sells fresh fish and has the same menu as the restaurant and a patio with live music. Now there's the cafe with a smaller menu, smaller patio, same... More

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Riverside, ca
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2013

Loved the food and friendly staff of the indoor restaurant, but my husband convinced me to try the outdoor walk-up dockside instead...great live entertainment...fabulous ambiance...seals, rays, visible under the wooden dock. Order the swordfish kabob...grilled fresh and perfectly coated with a mild teriyaki sauce...ahi salad was outstanding...beer on tap perfect...just a lot of fun and good eating. Could have stayed... More

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Newbury Park, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2013

Located on the dock, great view of the harbor. Excellent food at a good price. Don't look further, BELIEVE ME!

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